COMMUNITY Classroom CONSORTIUM Resource Guide

2011 COMMUNITY Classroom CONSORTIUM Resource Guide

GREATER Tallahassee’s Best Kept Secret! Welcome to the Community Classroom Consortium and Our Newly Published Resource Guide!

Tallahassee and the Big Bend region are fortunate to have a unique assortment of resources and organizations that offer citizens opportunities for ongoing informal learning. The Community Classroom Consor- tium (CCC) provides a platform where organizations can work collectively to have a larger reach and bigger impact. Created nearly 25 years ago by a group of local education professionals and a grant from the Smith- sonian Institution, the mission of this 501(c)(3) nonprofit group is to provide educational experiences and resources to the public, especially K-12 teachers and students, that will encourage lifelong learning. The CCC is a coalition of more than 30 cultural, scientific, natural history, and civic organizations in north Florida and south Georgia. One of our signature projects is providing grants to area teachers. In addition, membership in CCC provides opportunities for networking, professional development, and community partnerships. We meet as a group four times a year at various member sites. Throughout the year, the CCC hosts community events for teachers, educators, and the public where CCC members are encouraged to participate and promote their institutions. Collectively we can better serve our community and have more fun while we do it! We hope that this guide will help you find educational resources for your program or perhaps encourage you to become a member of our consortium!

Sincerely,

Kim Kelling Engstrom | President, Community Classroom Consortium

Community Classroom Consortium Members

CIVIC FSU Museum of Fine Arts 7 NATURAL HISTORY

Barnes & Noble 1 Governor’s Mansion 7 Tallahassee Museum 13

Girl Scouts of the Florida Panhandle 1 Guided Walking and Driving Tours The Wild Classroom, 13 in Florida’s Capital and the Forgotten St. Francis Wildlife Refuge Leon County Recycling 8 2 Coast Like You’ve Never Seen & Education Services Before

Leon County Senior Outreach 2 John G. Riley Center/Museum 8 SCIENCE

New Leaf Market 3 Knott House Museum 9 Challenger Learning Center 14

Sustainable Tallahassee, Inc. 3 LeRoy Collins Leon County Florida Department of 9 14 Public Library Environmental Protection The Character & Heritage Institute 4 Meek-Eaton Black Archives Joe Budd Aquatic Education Center 15 The Sharing TREE 4 10 Research Center & Museum National High Magnetic Field TREATS, Inc. 5 15 Mission San Luis 10 Laboratory

Museum of Florida History 11 St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge 16 CULTURE Florida Historic Capitol Museum 11 Tallahassee Astronomical Society 16 Big Bend Maritime Center 5 The Mary Brogan Museum U.S. Geological Survey 17 12 Bookseedstudio 6 of Art & Science

FSU Dance Repertory Theatre 6 WFSU, The Public Broadcast Station 12 CIVIC

Barnes & Noble Girl Scouts Council of the

Toya O’Hora, Manager, Community Relations Florida Panhandle, Inc. [email protected] (850) 383-0600 Vicki Adams, Volunteer & Program Manager 2415 N. Monroe Street [email protected] Tallahassee, FL 32303 (850) 386-2131 www.barnesandnoble.com 250 Pinewood Drive Tallahassee, FL 32303 Between stores and on- http://gscfp.org/ line operations, Barnes & Noble sells approxi- Girl Scouts of the Florida mately 300 million books per year. Nationwide, Panhandle is the premier outreach programs host over 200,000 events per organization for girls and year. Neighborhood stores are dedicated to serving young women 5-18 years of and contributing to their local communities. In Tal- age. Dedicated to creating the leaders of tomorrow, lahassee, partnerships with schools and nonprofit Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence groups who feature literacy are a major focus. B&N and character, who make the world a better place. sponsors literacy programs such as Raising Read- Girl Scouts have the opportunity to discover, con- ers and holiday book drives benefiting the Early nect, and take action in the world around them, Learning Coalition. B&N offers in-store book fair and of course have the chance to sell the world fa- fundraising, teacher discounts and educator-spe- mous Girl Scout Cookies every year. cific workshops, summer reading programs, book signings, and local author/writer panels.

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Leon County Recycling Leon County & Education Services Senior Outreach

Carole P. Gentry, Community Education Coordinator Susan P. Davis [email protected] [email protected] (850) 606-1827 (850) 891-4065 7550 Apalachee Parkway 1400 North Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32311 Tallahassee, FL 32312 www.LeonCountyFL.gov/Recycling http://www.leoncountyfl.gov/ADMIN/seniors/index.asp

Leon County Recycling and Ed- ucation Services provides many services to local schools, residents and community groups. Residents and businesses can bring Styrofoam™ to the Solid Waste Management Facility for recycling. Free mulch is available for citizens. Groups can promote recycling at their next function by borrow- ing the county’s event recycling containers. Education services include landfill tours, presentations and The Rhonda Renee Recycles Show. Come join the fun! Helping seniors live indepen- Rhonda Renee Recycles’ creative costume and her dent, healthy and engaged lives is the primary fo- lively music and game show educates and enter- cus of Leon County Senior Outreach, a program tains. These services are by appointment only and of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation, funded are free to public and private schools, businesses, primarily by the Leon County Board of Commis- civic groups, scout troops and anyone in Leon sioners. Monthly Senior Days in Bradfordville, County wanting to know more about garbage and Chaires, Ft. Braden, Miccosukee and Woodville recycling. bring services, information, resources, fun and fellowship to residents in the unincorporated areas of Leon County. Ongoing programming such as fitness, art and Lifelong Learning classes assist seniors in remaining active, both mentally and physically. Our Grandparents as Parents program (GaP) provides additional assistance to grandparents who are the primary caretakers of their grandchildren. Support groups, social outings and individual help is available to grandparents and other relative caregivers thrust into parental roles, oftentimes under unexpected and difficult circumstances.

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New Leaf Market Sustainable

Jean Crozier, Community Outreach Coordinator Tallahassee, Inc. [email protected] (850) 942-2557 Sharon Liggett, Executive Director 1235 Apalachee Parkway [email protected] Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 597-9836 www.newleafmarket.coop 612 South Copeland Street Tallahassee, FL 32304 www.SustainableTallahassee.org New Leaf Market, a cooperatively-owned business, has been serving the Tallahassee communi- Sustainable Talla- ty since 1974. As the largest natural foods co-op hassee is a 501 (C) in North Florida and South Georgia, New Leaf (3) not-for-profit, Market is proud to offer an abundance of organic community resource and local produce, natural groceries, organic wine whose mission is to and beer, supplements, vitamins and body care promote environ- products. mental stewardship and economic development New Leaf Market is committed to building a through education and collaboration. Our vision vibrant and healthy local community by provid- is to empower each individual and business in ing natural and organic foods and products. As a our region to participate in creating a world-class cooperative, it emphasizes socially and environ- sustainable community that will meet the needs mentally-responsible practices, and provides edu- of present and future generations. We invite you cation and information about its products and the to participate in creating a greener community cooperative principles upon which it is based. through our programs and projects including: recycling, Community Carbon Calculator, Green Business Development, low-income energy programs, Sustainability & You: Community Learn- ing Series green field trips, educational programs and workshops, and more!

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The Character & The Sharing TREE

Heritage Institute Carly J. Sinnadurai, Executive Director [email protected] Gail Rossier, Executive Director (850) 487-7568 [email protected] 500 North Appleyard Drive Building 6 (850) 224-0372 Tallahassee, FL 32303 P.O. Box 952 Tallahassee, FL 32302 The Sharing TREE (Teachers http://www.thechinstitute.org Reusing Everything for Edu- cation) is a reusable resource center where new and gently- used materials are made available to educators. The TREE is a public/private non-profit partnership founded by Leon County Schools, Goodwill Industries, Sustainable Tallahassee, and Leon County. The mission of the Sharing TREE is to support the betterment of our community by providing classroom materials to teachers that enhance the educational setting for students while also inspiring the entire community to reuse and recycle. If your organization or company generates scrap, discards or overruns that are destined for the landfill, then The Character & Heritage Institute is a 501(c) (3) The Sharing TREE has an idea for you! By donat- non-profit organization that develops innovative ing your discards or scraps to our program, your educational programs and products through the material donations can reach thousands of teach- arts for individuals, schools, libraries, museums ers. Besides supporting The Sharing TREE and lo- and the community. cal education, your material donation may also be tax deductible. Please contact Carly Sinnadurai if you are interested in donating to the organization or learning more about the resources that The Sharing TREE has to offer. Ma- terials can also be dropped off at any local Good- will location.

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TREATS, Inc. Big Bend

Jan Collier, Director Maritime Center [email protected] (850) 893-6518 Bill Lowrie, Executive Director P.O. Box 14806 [email protected] Tallahassee, FL 32317 (850) 962-4138 www.treatsinc.org PO Box 896 Panacea, FL 32346 TREATS, Inc. is an all-volunteer 501 (C) (3) not- www.floridaforesight.org for-profit community organization dedicated to the humane treatment of animals. It promotes Florida Foresight, a 501(c)(3) not-for profit corpo- responsible pet ownership early in life through ration, promotes the preservation and enhance- Camp Bark-ly, a summer camp for kids ages 6-11 ment of Florida’s intrinsic resources; encourages that offers hands-on experiences in animal care. nature-based and heritage tourism, and advances TREATS sponsors KIND NEWS for 3rd grade long-term sustainable development projects. In classrooms in Leon County to help nurture re- partnership with Wakulla County, it is establish- spect for people, pets and the environment. ing The Big Bend Maritime Center in Panacea as TREATS also lessens the burden of animal over- a premier destination. The center will interpret, population on the community through free spay/ study and preserve the heritage of this signifi- neuter surgeries and by providing pet medical as- cant maritime region, provide meaningful cultur- sistance to people faced with relinquishing pets to al experiences by joining maritime educational shelters or rescue groups. programs with contemporary marine skills and traditions, and showcase marine trades as a significant contributor to the region’s economy.

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Bookseedstudio FSU Dance Repertory

Jan Godown Annino, Author/Presenter Theatre [email protected] (850) 510-2586 Lynda Davis, Director PO Box 14143 [email protected] Tallahassee, FL 32317-4143 (850) 644-1024 www.bookseedstudio.wordpress.com Florida State University School of Dance Montgomery Hall For the first time, a picture Tallahassee, FL 32306-2120 book biography (National Geo- http://dance.fsu.edu/ graphic Children’s Books) is available that illuminates the only woman ever elected a leader of the Seminole Tribe of Flor- ida. An Accelerated Reader book, with student tie-ins, SHE SANG PROMISE: The Story of Betty Mae Jumper, Seminole Tribal Leader, is a unique way to bring social studies, women’s history and Native American topics to life. Invite author Jan Godown Annino to a book festival, classroom talk or other event. Visit www.bookseedstudio.wordpress.com for activity ideas, resources and author contact information. Dance Repertory Theatre (DRT) is the performing ensemble of the FSU School of Dance. The company’s focus is the study and production of repertory and community outreach programs. The company performs regularly in the schools and in collaboration with community and state arts organizations via an extensive residency program. DRT presents annual concerts both on and off-campus and lecture demonstrations in non- traditional performance spaces. These activities serve to enhance the mission of the Florida State University School of Dance to introduce the works of well-known choreographers through its regional repertory center offerings.

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FSU Museum Governor’s Mansion of Fine Arts Carol Graham Beck, Curator [email protected] Viki Thompson Wylder, Curator of Education (850) 922-4991 [email protected] 700 North Adams Street (850) 644-1299 Tallahassee, FL 32303 530 W. Call Street, FAB, Room 250 www.floridagovernorsmansion.com Tallahassee, FL 32306-1140 http://www.mofa.fsu.edu/ The Governor’s Mansion, listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2006, is the offi- The Museum of Fine Arts di- cial residence of Florida’s first family. Completed vides its calendar between in 1956, the current mansion has been home to exhibitions that are awarded thirteen governors. Free, thirty-minute public prestigious grants and “write” art history, and tours of the State Rooms and Manatee Courtyard lively graduating artist and faculty exhibitions. are conducted by appointment only MWF morn- The scope ranges from national-impact, scholarly ings, 10 a.m.-12 noon during March-May and the presentations to vigorous work by regional artists December holidays by the Mansion curator and and students. Programs are a spectrum of me- docents. Educational outreach is available in the dia and viewpoint; and the Museum is a cheerful form of teaching posters, lesson plans, lectures, place to visit – either by yourself or with a K-12 virtual tours and classroom presentations [ac- group. Programs are free and open to the pub- companied by mansion artifacts] by contacting lic. The Museum is affiliated with the John and the Mansion curator. Welcome to “The Peoples’ Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. House” of Florida!

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Guided Walking John G. Riley Center/ and Driving Tours in Museum

Florida’s Capital and Althemese Barnes [email protected] the Forgotten Coast (850) 681-7881 419 East Jefferson Street Like You’ve Never Tallahassee, FL 32311 Seen Before www.rileymuseum.org The Riley Museum is Locat- Beth J. LaCivita, Master of Arts Degree in History, ed in the heart of Tallahas- Guide, Producer, and Managing Member see’s historic downtown in a [email protected] circa 1890 home that John Gilmore Riley, a former (850) 212-2063 slave, built for his family. The restored two-story www.ToursinTallahassee.com structure is in what was once a thriving middle class predominantly African American neighbor- Educators and visitors: hood. John Riley became a principal serving for Whether on one of our 33 years, an astute businessman and property guided walking or driv- owner and a great civic and church leader. Today, ing tours, our guides will the museum exemplifies the highest standards share with you and your of historic preservation and depicts life in Talla- group many of the fasci- hassee exhibited through the eyes of its original nating stories of Florida’s capital and the Forgot- owner who lived 97 years and witnessed many ten Coast including its diverse people, events, significant events in our history. Open Monday- architecture, and historic and alleged haunted Thursday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays places. Incorporate our tours as an activity for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission $2 for adults and $1 your students, clubs, meeting attendees, VIPs, for children. family guests and family reunions. Guided walking tours are especially nice at sunset for diners in our charming downtown. Amusing ghost tours (based upon actual events) are held annually in October and are offered year-round as pre-formed group tours (prices vary). Guided tour itinerary planning and Step-on-Guide services for multi- passenger vehicle guided tours are also available. View our website for pix, prices, and packages. Note, many guided tours are custom designed. Pet-Friendly. Guided Tours umbrella company, Historic Florida Consulting, LLC, specializes in planning and conducting historic site educational workshops and historic preservation consulting.

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Knott House Museum LeRoy Collins Leon

Beatrice W. Cotellis, Site Manager County Public Library [email protected] (850) 922-2459 Mary Douglas, Youth Services 301 East Park Avenue [email protected] Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 606-2706 www.museumoffloridahistory.com 200 West Park Avenue Tallahassee, FL 32301 www.leoncountyfl.gov/library

The LeRoy Collins Leon Coun- ty Public Library System en- riches the community by inspiring a love of reading, providing a dynamic resource for creative and intellectual pursuits, and enabling residents to live a life of learning. We currently have a main downtown library, five branches, a bookmobile (with related outreach services) and an “Internet Branch”. The Library offers a wide range of books, periodicals, etc., as well as activities and meeting rooms available for public use. A schedule of free programs for all children is available on our website. The Teen Library Council meets once a month to discuss books, music , movies, create fun teen programs, and meet new people.

The Knott House Museum, built in 1843, was home to William V. Knott, who served as Florida’s Treasury Secretary during the Great Depression. He and his poet wife, Luella, began their residence in 1928, adorning the home with beautiful Vic- torian antiques. Join us on a free guided tour of the home every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. and every Saturday at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Special events highlight our education programs, which also include private tours for adults, schools, and scouts.

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Meek-Eaton Black Mission San Luis

Archives Research Lindsay Skelly, Education Supervisor [email protected] Center & Museum (850) 245-6406 2100 West Tennessee Street Dr. Murell Dawson, Director Tallahassee, FL 32304 [email protected] www.missionsanluis.org (850) 599-3020 Florida A&M University During the 17th century, San Located in the Historic Carnegie Library Luis was the principal mis- Tallahassee, FL 32307 sion town of the Apalachee http://www.cis.famu.edu/BlackArchives/qfacts.html province, serving as both the administrative and religious capital of a chain In 1971, the Florida Legislature mandated a re- of missions stretching from St. Augustine west- pository “to serve the state by collecting and pre- ward. Modern day visitors discover the blended serving first-source material on or about black community of Apalachee natives and Spanish Americans from the earliest beginnings to the settlers through costumed living history, hands- present”. Since then, three historic structures on exhibits, re-created period buildings, and ar- have been joined together to fulfill this mandate: chaeological displays. Onsite programs include *The Black Archives Research Center & Museum tours, day camps, special events and workshops. [re-named the Carrie Meek-James N. Eaton, Sr. Outreach programs are open to local schools and Southeastern Regional Black Archives Research community groups. Visit www.missionsanluis. Center and Museum in 2006 by the Florida Leg- org for lesson plans, handouts and a Teacher’s islature] *The historic Carnegie Library [listed on Guide. the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, featuring museum exhibits on African-Amer- icans in the South] *The historic Union Bank, one block south of the Old Capitol on Apalachee Parkway [built in 1841 by slave labor, served as a Freedmen’s Bank during Reconstruction, and is the state’s oldest surviving bank structure]. The Meek-Eaton building and Carnegie Library [in the heart of campus at Florida A&M University ] feature international and national exhibits, a children’s museum, main archives, technology center, storage facilities and offices. Admission is free to all three Black Archives facilities.

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Museum of Florida Historic Florida History Capitol Museum

KC Smith, Curator of Education Michelle Gammon Purvis, Curator [email protected] [email protected] (850) 245-6400 (850) 487-1902 R. A. Gray Building 400 South Monroe Street 500 South Bronough Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100 Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250 www.flhistoriccapitol.gov www.museumoffloridahistory.com Come learn about the people and events that have shaped Florida’s political history. Through exhibits, artifacts, photographs, film and an interactive mock session, the Florida Historic Capitol offers a fun and educational experience. Our free Educa- tion Program booklet contains descriptions of all available programs and the corresponding Sun- shine State Standards for K-12. Daily programs include group orientations, an introductory vid- Travel through 12,000 years of Florida history eo, and scavenger hunt. Groups of ten or more are at the state history museum. From a lumbering advised to schedule in advance. Admission is free; mastodon skeleton to newsreel clips of World War donations are welcome. Open seven days a week! II, the Museum of Florida History (MFH) explores the people, events, and landscapes that have con- tributed to a rich and colorful heritage. Exhibits, artifacts, artworks, documents, and interactives offer a vivid view of North America’s first fron- tier. Visitors can wander through galleries on their own or join free daily tours. Onsite and outreach educational programs are available by reservation. Open daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sunday and holidays, 12- 4:30 p.m. No charge for admission.

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The Mary Brogan WFSU, The Public Museum of Art Broadcast Station and Science Kim Kelling Engstrom, Director of Educational Services Aimee Hills-Hayes, [email protected] Director of Education and Public Programs (850) 487-3170 [email protected] 1600 Red Barber Plaza (850) 513-0700 Tallahassee, FL 32310 350 South Duval Street www.wfsu.org Tallahassee, FL 32301 www.thebrogan.org

The Brogan is a community resource for visual arts, science exploration, and humanities education—providing cultural understanding in support of lifelong learning. We provide a variety of educational programs and exhibits that engage and inspire. Guided tours are available upon request. Exploration Classes which are tied to Sunshine State Standards include: StarLab Portable Planetarium, Burning Curios- ity, tobacco awareness program and other “Daz- zling Demonstrations” which are available for tours, groups and outreach programs. Ask about Through public me- The Brogan’s new “Mac Lab” and digital resources. dia, WFSU helps From educational youth camps to special events, create communi- The Brogan has something for everyone! ty connections across multiple platforms. We provide educational resources that engage and educate citizens, build sustainable community relationships and stimulate citizen participation. A majority of the station’s outreach focus is to provide education opportunities using PBS con- tent to teachers, childcare providers, parents and other educators throughout the area. We provide curriculum materials to schools, teacher train- ings, and parent workshops as well as host special events around our programs. SciGirls, created in 2006 in partnership with the National High Mag- netic Field Laboratory is one of our signature programs designed to engage girls in science.

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Tallahassee Museum The Wild Classroom,

Jennifer Golden, Director of Education St. Francis Wildlife [email protected] (850) 575-8684, extension 115 Refuge 3945 Museum Drive Tallahassee, FL 32310-6325 Sandy Beck, Education Director www.tallahasseemuseum.org [email protected] (850) 528-0823 The Tallahassee Mu- P.O. Box 38160 seum is a 52-acre Tallahassee, FL 32315 indoor and outdoor www.wildclassroom.net site dedicated to the www.stfranciswildlife.org cultural and natural history of Florida’s Big Bend region. The Museum has a natural habitat zoo of native animals, a nature trail, a Big Bend Farm- 1880s period with a small garden and some of the domestic animals found on such a farm, historic buildings-including Bellevue Plantation [listed on the National Register of Historic Places] and changing exhibits. Programs and tours are offered year-round at the Museum for a fee, and programs are correlated to Sunshine State Stan- dards in environmental education, natural science, Florida and regional history, and regional culture. Educational outreach to your site is also available by request, as well as resource trunks. The St. Francis Wildlife rehabilitation center res- cues and cares for injured, orphaned and sick native wildlife from north Florida and south Geor- gia. Permanently disabled wildlife become part of The Wild Classroom, which provides unique outreach education programs for school groups, organizations and public events. Non-releasable birds of prey, mammals and reptiles offer children and adults an opportunity to observe and learn about wild species up close. People who make personal connections with wildlife are more likely to take actions to protect them and the precious natural areas we share.

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Challenger Learning Florida Department of Center of Tallahassee Environmental

Jessie Riley, Marketing Manager Protection, Office [email protected] (850) 645-STAR or (850) 644-IMAX of Environmental 200 South Duval Street Tallahassee, FL 32301 Education www.ChallengerTLH.com Greg Ira, Director [email protected] (850) 245-2132 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard M.S. 49 Tallahassee, FL 32399 http://www.dep.state.fl.us/secretary/ed/default.htm

Since 2004, the Office of En- vironmental Education has been responsible for design- ing and implementing the Learning in Florida’s Environment [LIFE] Pro- gram. LIFE is a model for science-based environmental education on public conservation lands. Each program represents a partnership between the Florida Department of Environmental Protec- The Challenger Learning Center, located on tion and a school district to bring students out- Kleman Plaza in downtown Tallahassee, is the doors to learn science. The LIFE Program is not a area’s premier “edutainment” destination. With curriculum, but a process for reinforcing and en- crystal clear images five stories high, the CLC riching the existing curriculum through hands- IMAX 3D Theatre offers an immersive, giant mov- on, field labs facilitated by educators, scientists, ie experience second to none. Visitors also can and land/resource managers. explore the night sky in the Downtown Digital Dome Theatre and Planetarium, a 50-foot, domed theatre with a 20,600-watt Dolby 5.1 surround sound system. Additionally, visitors can become astronauts and engineers for the day through the CLC’s Space Mission Simulator. More information is available at www.ChallengerTLH.com or by calling (850)644-IMAX or 645-STAR.

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Joe Budd Aquatic National High Magnetic Education Center Field Laboratory

Rae Waddell, Director Dr. Pat Dixon, [email protected] Director: Center for Integrating Research & Learning (850) 933-4322 [email protected] PO Box 59 (850) 645-0034 Midway, FL 32343 for tours and outreach http://www.myfwc.com/LEARNING/Learn_ 1800 East Paul Dirac Drive Educators_JBAC.htm Tallahassee, FL 32310 http://www.magnet.fsu.edu/

The Center for Integrating Research & Learning at the Magnet Lab facilitates outreach to classrooms, community groups, public and private schools, as well as free, public tours for students, teachers and the general public. Educational outreach is available through web-based resources, classroom visits, lectures and professional development. Middle school and high school internships are available as well as summer internships for undergraduate students and teachers. The Magnet Lab develops and operates state-of-the-art, high magnetic field research facilities and is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and the state of Florida. Joe Budd Aquatic Education Center (JBAEC) is located just outside Tallahassee, in the midst of a Wildlife Management Area, and provides an opportunity for students to learn about aquatic ecol- ogy in a natural setting. Students participate in aquatic programs, ranging from pond life studies to wetland surveys—all selected to complement their classroom learning. Students are provid- ed with equipment and supervised instruction while they enjoy fishing in JBAEC’s well-stocked, 15-acre pond. Programs are offered weekdays to scheduled groups at no charge. Summer camp programming is also available during summer months.

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St. Marks National Tallahassee Wildlife Refuge Astronomical Society

David Moody, Refuge Ranger Barry Boerner, CCC Liaison [email protected] [email protected] (850) 925-6121 (850) 562-0656 1255 Lighthouse Road PO Box 824 St. Marks, FL 32355 Tallahassee, FL 32302 www.fws.gov/saintmarks http://stargazers.org/

The Tallahassee Astro- nomical Society (TAS), founded in 1968 and re- organized in 1989, is a group of friendly people who have a common interest in astronomy, and wish to share that interest with the general public. Interested visitors are invited to our monthly meetings and events at no charge. No equipment is needed. For more information, please call Barry Boerner or TAS President, Ken Kopczynski (850- 980-0887). Our website provides more details about our organization, scheduled events, membership, etc. In addition, you will find links to use- This unique refuge was established n 1931 to ful astronomical and space sites, including a list provide wintering habitat for migratory birds. It of other astronomy clubs throughout the world. is one of the oldest refuges in the National Wild- life Refuge System. It encompasses 68,000 acres spread out between Wakulla, Jefferson, and Tay- lor counties along the Gulf Coast of northwest Florida. The refuge includes coastal marshes, is- lands, tidal creeks and estuaries of seven north Florida rivers, and is home to a diverse community of plant and animal life. The refuge also has strong ties to a rich cultural past, and is home to the St. Marks Lighthouse, built in 1832, and still in use today. The refuge is located 25 miles south of Tallahassee and the Lighthouse Road drive only costs $5.00 per vehicle. Call or come by the Visitor Center during business hours for more information.

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U.S. Geological Survey

Jane Eggleston [email protected] (850) 553-3640 or (850) 553-3654 2639 North Monroe Street, Suite A-200 Tallahassee, FL 32303 http://www.usgs.gov/

As the Nation’s largest water, earth, and biologi- cal science and civilian mapping agency, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) collects, monitors, ana- lyzes, and provides scientific understanding about natural resource conditions, issues, and problems. By integrating our diverse scientific expertise in earth and life sciences, the USGS is able to under- stand complex natural science phenomena and provide scientific products that lead to solutions. Scientists in the Tallahassee office, one of 400 lo- cations across the country, focus their work on Florida and the southeast U.S. The USGS website, http://www.usgs.gov, contains a wealth of information, scientific findings, and educational materials related to our work.

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Kim Kelling Engstrom David Moody WFSU St. Marks Wildlife

Pat Dixon Barry Boerner National High Magnetic Field Laboratory Tallahassee Astronomical Society

Carol Beck Aimee Hills-Hayes Governor’s Mansion MOAS

Toya O’Hora Lindsay Skelly Barnes & Noble Mission San Luis

community classroom consortium

How To Contact Us Community Classroom Consortium C/O Acting President P.O. Box 10002 Tallahassee, FL 32302-0002